Tuesday, April 7, 2009

Day 72: One behind...either a much needed break, or a disappointment

I skipped yoga today.  I finally gave into the "thousand excuses why Michelle needs a break".
My knee was sore.  It hurt to get in my car after the conference.  I was afraid of what would happen in that room.  I remembered the tears from yesterday.  I justified my actions by thinking that the 24 hours might really help me.  That tomorrow I might really appreciate that day off and my knee might feel strong and on the road to recovery.  I hope so.  Because tonight I just feel guilty, and like I let myself down.  So I either let myself down, or I was smart and took care of myself.  If I go forward and complete every other day on this challenge, plus do a double to make up for today then yes, I did myself a favor.  If i start to have a hard time from here on out mentally, than not so much.  I kind of think the first thing...that I will continue on every day and make up my double.   Because I'm looking forward to yoga tomorrow, not dreading it, so that's a good sign.  Wow, this 100 day challenge is tough!  Tougher than I imagined!
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5 comments:

  1. hannahjustbreatheApril 8, 2009 at 5:15 AM

    I've had several teachers tell me that Bikram himself takes Sunday off. I know, I know---there's a whole other contingency of people who swear that doing the yoga every single day is the only way to go. But, if I know one thing, it's that listening to your body is not "giving in" or "giving up." It's simply taking care of what hurts and letting that hurt heal a bit, separate from the hot room. And that's okay!!! Even necessary sometimes.

    Easier said than done, but try not to berate yourself for missing one class. You'll make it up. And for what it's worth, I think learning to acknowledge exactly what your body needs and then taking care of that need, responsibly and fully, is as impressive as slugging it through 100 days.

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  2. CJApril 8, 2009 at 9:25 AM

    I second what Hannah said. It's your body and your challenge. It should be what you need it to be.

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  3. BCApril 8, 2009 at 1:44 PM

    For what it's worth - I did not do yoga for a week while on vacation. I came back and was rebooted. I needed it badly!!

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  4. goodbonesgalSeptember 21, 2009 at 5:32 PM

    I started my challenge thr same day you did. Today I have the flu.

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  5. bikramyogachickSeptember 22, 2009 at 9:10 AM

    goodbonesgal~ good luck on your challenge! Hopefully the yoga will flush your flu out!

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